Question: Aren't gel candles unsafe?
Answer: I get this question a lot. And the answer is NO - sort of.
Gel candles are no MORE dangerous than any other type of candle. There are poorly made gel candles that can be dangerous and there are poorly made wax candles that can be dangerous. People can be stupid using gel candles and cause fires, and people can be stupid with wax candles. You see my point?
The only thing more dangerous about gel candles is the fact that the melted gel is hotter than the melted wax. But that's it. A properly made, properly cared-for gel candle is NO more dangerous than any other candle.
Gel candles are no MORE dangerous than any other type of candle. There are poorly made gel candles that can be dangerous and there are poorly made wax candles that can be dangerous. People can be stupid using gel candles and cause fires, and people can be stupid with wax candles. You see my point?
The only thing more dangerous about gel candles is the fact that the melted gel is hotter than the melted wax. But that's it. A properly made, properly cared-for gel candle is NO more dangerous than any other candle.
Be sure to read Are Gel Candles Dangerous? for more information.
More Gel Candle Making FAQs
- What is gel wax?
- Are there different kinds of gel wax?
- How do I melt gel wax?
- What are the benefits of gel wax?
- How is it different from traditional waxes?
- Can I use the same fragrances in gel wax?
- How do I get the gel out of the bucket?
- What type of wicks should I use?
- What kind of containers can I use?
- Can I make my own gel wax?
- How much fragrance can I use in gel wax?
- Can I embed anything in gel wax candles?
- What is "cold flow"?
- What kind of colorants can I use in gel candles?
- Are gel candles dangerous?
